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100
Over 2 billion of these are sent each year at Christmastime.
What are Christmas Cards?
100
Clark Griswold hoped to spend his Christmas bonus on this…..instead he got a membership to the jelly of the month club.
What is a pool.
100
This book has been adapted into various movies and plays but was originally authored by this famous writer.
Who is Charles Dickens.
100
This colour of trunked mammal lends its name to a classic amusing Christmas gift exchange game.
What is white.
100
This famous British duo sang ”Last Christmas”.
Who is Wham!
100
This dairy-based beverage is thought by many to be THE drink of Christmas.
What is eggnog.
100
This actor sat through hours of hair and make-up to portray this Christmas meanie.
Who is Jim Carrey.
200
In North America, Reindeer are referred to as this name instead.
What are Caribou?
200
This elf was Santa’s right hand man in the 1994 Christmas movie The Santa Clause.
Who is Bernard.
200
In a muppet adaptation of the Christmas Carol, this actor starred as Scrooge.
Who is Michael Caine?
200
This flower is known as the official Christmas flower in North America.
What is a poinsettia.
200
Elvis recorded this Christmas hit in 1964… though it’s a bit melancholy.
What is Blue Christmas.
200
According to Buddy the Elf, these are the four main food groups.
What is Candy, Candy Cane, Candy Corn, and Syrup?
200
A Canadian territory lends its name to this well-known Christmas character.
Who is Yukon Cornelius.
400
Hahaha, this toy was all the rage in 1996.
What is Tickle Me Elmo?
400
It’s at this department store that Buddy lands a job in the movie Elf.
What is Gimbels.
400
In Harry Potter, Mrs. Weasley made everyone these for christmas gifts.
What are sweaters (jumpers)?
400
Legend has it that refusing a kiss under this plant may affect your marriage prospects next year.
What is mistletoe.
400
Your true love is gifted this many French hens according to the 12 days of Christmas song.
What is three.
400
This country celebrates Christmas a bit different. They go for finger-licking KFC instead of turkey.
What is Japan?
400
Cindy Lou Who is this actress, also known for her role in Gossip Girl Xoxo.
Who is Taylor Momsen.
600
You’ll be able to catch the Rockettes performing at this New York City venue.
What is Radio City Music Hall.
600
Hermey the elf from Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer wished he had this occupation instead.
What is a dentist.
600
Before Tom Hanks starred in the animated version, this was originally a book that came out in 1985.
What is the Polar Express?
600
Want to be the first to open your present on Christmas Day? Better find this special ornament on the tree.
What is the Christmas Pickle.
600
Mariah Carey won’t even wish for this in her song “All I want for Christmas”
What is snow.
600
This Christmas cookie rose in popularity thanks to The Grimm Brothers in their story Hansel and Gretel.
What is gingerbread.
600
Hope you were good, don’t want this guy paying you a visit.
Who is Krampus.
800
It’s at this UK location that people gather to witness the winter solstice.
What is Stonehenge.
800
In this Christmas movie, one of the characters rushed around to get her hands on a can of hickory honey ham.
What is Christmas with the Kranks.
800
In the poem T'was the Night Before Christmas, Mamma was wearing this whilst trying to take a long winter's nap?
What is a kerchief?
800
This token may be found on your dinner table at Christmas time though it’s not edible - despite its name.
What is a Christmas Cracker.
800
In the song You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch, the Grinch is best described with these 3 "s" words.
What is Stink, Stank, Stunk?
800
This beverage company has used Santa Clause in its Christmas ads since 1931.
What is Coca Cola.
800
Not a ball buster but maybe a nutcracker, this female lead dances along with the sugar plum fairy in Tchaikovsky’s ballet.
Who is Clara.
1000
Christmas is all powerful and halted fighting of this war in what is known as the "Christmas Truce"
What is WWI?
1000
This film was used by Kevin to deceive both the pizza delivery boy and the wet bandits in the classic Christmas movie Home Alone.
What is Angels with Filthy Souls
1000
That's icy, in this book it is always winter but never Christmas
What is the Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe?
1000
This country is credited with starting the tradition of Christmas trees in the 16th century.
What is Germany.
1000
You might just get a “sentimental feeling” when listening to this Brenda Lee Christmas carol.
What is “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”
1000
A yule log or buche de Noel is typically a Christmas dessert originating from this region.
What is Western Europe.
1000
David! I mean… KEVIN! Catherine O’Hara may be well known for her role as Moira Rose but she’s misplaced her son a few times while portraying this character in Home Alone.
Who is Kate McCallister.